DIFC Employment Contract Checker
Enter your DIFC contract terms. Get compliance check against DIFC Employment Law No. 2 of 2019, plus a comparison with mainland UAE law.
Your DIFC Contract Terms
Enter your DIFC contract terms and click "Check DIFC Compliance" to see results.
DIFC vs Mainland UAE — Key Differences
Gratuity → 21 days/year (all years) vs mainland 30 days/year after 5 years
Courts → DIFC Courts (common law) vs MoHRE/mainland labour courts
Non-compete → Stricter reasonableness test
Probation notice → 7 days vs mainland 14 days
Frequently Asked Questions
DIFC Employment Law — What You Need to Know
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) operates under its own employment law — DIFC Employment Law No. 2 of 2019. This is separate from mainland UAE Labour Law and applies to all employers registered in the DIFC.
Key differences include gratuity calculation (21 days per year for all years, capped at 1 year's total remuneration), a common law approach to contract disputes, and jurisdiction through DIFC Courts rather than mainland labour courts.
DIFC Courts, particularly the Small Claims Tribunal, are known for efficient dispute resolution. Claims up to USD 500,000 can be heard by the SCT. The process is generally faster than mainland courts, with proceedings conducted in English.